Too often, with age comes loneliness. Preferred Care at Home understands this emotional reality, and we want to be there for you, by your side, every step of the way. Our Companion and Homemaker Care services provide meaningful social interaction, emotional support, and genuine companionship, helping combat isolation and bringing quality of life back into focus.
Preferred Care at Home has been helping seniors age in place with dignity and grace since 1984. For over 40 years, our family-run company has served communities throughout New Jersey and 17 other states. Every caregiver undergoes our rigorous 7-step screening process to ensure you receive reliable, compassionate Companion and Homemaker Care services in Newark.
What sets us apart is our commitment to personality matching. We don’t just send any available caregiver. Instead, we carefully match you with someone who shares your interests and values. Plus, our specialty has always been providing quality services at affordable prices, making companionship care accessible when you need it most. You deserve consistency, not constant caregiver changes.
Companion and Homemaker Care focuses on combating loneliness through meaningful conversation and genuine connection. If you’ve lost a spouse or live alone in Newark, our caregivers provide the emotional support and friendship that brings joy back into daily life.
We match caregivers to your personality, interests, and life experience. Whether you enjoy discussing current events, sharing stories, or simply spending time together, your caregiver becomes a trusted companion who genuinely cares about your well-being and happiness.
Running errands and getting to appointments becomes challenging as we age. Our Companion and Homemaker Caregivers provide reliable transportation throughout Newark and Essex County, ensuring you maintain independence while staying safe. From doctor visits to grocery shopping, we’re there to assist.
Beyond driving, our caregivers help with prescription pick up, errands, and any tasks that get you out of the house. We focus on making these outings enjoyable rather than stressful, turning necessary appointments into opportunities for quality time together.
Maintaining an active, engaged life is essential for wellness and happiness. Our caregivers help plan activities you enjoy, whether that’s visiting friends, attending community events, reading together, or pursuing favorite hobbies. We bring companionship to everything you love doing.
Light housekeeping and meal preparation are also included, ensuring your home stays comfortable while you focus on enjoying life. We assist with burdensome tasks, giving you time for what matters most.
We take a thoughtful, personalized approach to ensure your loved one receives the care they deserve.
Step 01
Free phone consultation to answer your questions with no obligation.
Step 02
We meet in your home to understand your unique needs and routines.
Step 03
Creating a personalized plan addressing specific dementia needs.
Step 04
Selecting caregivers whose personality aligns with your loved one’s.
Step 05
Regular check-ins and access to our Transparency Room portal.
Newark’s diverse neighborhoods and changing seasons create unique challenges for elderly people who want to stay independent at home. From harsh winters that make running errands difficult to the isolation that comes with living alone in busy Essex County, we understand what you’re facing.
Description
How We Help
Harsh Winter Weather
What It Looks Like
Newark winters make it dangerous to leave the house. Icy sidewalks and snow mean simple errands become risky.
How We Help
Our caregivers provide safe transportation and run errands so you stay warm indoors during rough weather.
Challenge
Urban Isolation
Living alone in busy Essex County can feel isolating. Neighbors are close, but connections feel distant.
How We Help
Daily Companion and Homemaker Care brings meaningful conversation and emotional support directly to your home.
Challenge
Transportation Barriers
What It Looks Like
Getting around Newark without driving creates stress. Public transit isn’t always accessible for seniors with mobility concerns.
How We Help
We provide reliable transportation to appointments, errands, and activities throughout the area.
Challenge
Loneliness and Depression
What It Looks Like
Days feel empty when family visits are infrequent. The feeling that no one cares takes a toll on mental health.
How We Help
Compassionate caregivers matched to your personality provide friendship and genuine companionship daily.
Challenge
Medication Management
What It Looks Like
Remembering prescriptions becomes complicated with multiple medications. Missing doses or prescription pick up creates health risks.
How We Help
We provide medication reminders and handle prescription pick up to keep you on track safely.
Challenge
Loss of Independence
What It Looks Like
Needing help feels like losing control. You want to stay in your own home, but daily tasks are overwhelming.
How We Help
Our Companion and Homemaker Care services assist with what’s difficult while preserving your dignity and independence.
Our office serves families throughout Northwest New Jersey. When you contact us, you reach neighbors who understand life in Newark and surrounding communities.
We Serve:
Including Newark and surrounding areas throughout Northwest New Jersey.
Companion and Homemaker Care costs in Newark typically range based on the number of hours needed and the services included. Whether you need transportation assistance, meal preparation, or light housekeeping affects pricing. We offer free consultations to assess your needs and provide transparent quotes. Our specialty has always been affordable quality services, and we work with families to find care plans that fit budgets.
We’ve been helping families since 1984, with over 40 years of experience in home care. Unlike other companies, we match caregivers to your personality and interests, not just whoever is available. Our rigorous 7-step screening process ensures quality. Plus, we’re a family-run business now in our third generation, which means you get personalized attention rather than a corporate approach.
Companion and Homemaker Care focuses on social interaction, light assistance, transportation, and everyday tasks. Personal care adds help with bathing, dressing, mobility, and physical assistance with daily living activities. Many families start with Companion and Homemaker Care and adjust as needs change. We will help you determine the right level of support during your free in home assessment.
We typically begin care within days of your initial contact. The timeline depends on scheduling your consultation, developing your custom care plan, and matching the right caregiver to your personality. Most families start receiving Companion and Homemaker Care services within a week. If you have urgent needs, we prioritize quick placement while still ensuring quality caregiver matching.
If you’re noticing increased loneliness, if days feel empty, or if running errands has become stressful, Companion and Homemaker Care helps. Other signs include avoiding activities you used to enjoy, feeling isolated after losing a spouse, or struggling with transportation to appointments. Even if you’re managing physically, the emotional toll of isolation deserves attention. Companionship improves wellness and quality of life.
We provide ongoing quality monitoring and care plan adjustments at no additional charge. Our team stays in regular contact with you and your family to ensure satisfaction. Through our Transparency Room portal, authorized family members can access caregiver schedules, notes, and updates 24/7. While we don’t offer traditional warranties, we guarantee caregiver consistency and quality through our rigorous screening and matching process.
Yes, our caregivers receive training in dementia and Alzheimer’s care. We understand that memory loss creates unique challenges, and companionship becomes even more critical. Our caregivers provide patience, emotional support, and engaging activities designed for those with cognitive decline. For more specialized needs, we also offer dedicated Alzheimer’s and dementia care services tailored to memory support.
Every care plan is personalized based on your interests and needs. A typical day might include conversation over breakfast, medication reminders, light housekeeping, running errands together, preparing meals, and spending quality time on activities you enjoy. The focus is always on the whole person: your emotional well-being, social connections, and maintaining the independence and dignity you deserve.
Yes, Companion and Homemaker Caregivers provide medication reminders to help you stay on schedule with prescriptions. They can also handle prescription pick up from local Newark pharmacies. While they don’t administer medications (which require skilled nursing), they ensure you take the right medications at the right times. This support reduces health risks from missed doses and gives your family peace of mind.
We match caregivers based on personality, interests, shared experiences, and your preferences. During consultation, we discuss your hobbies, values, and what matters most. Then we select a caregiver who connects naturally with you, not just whoever is available. This personalized matching creates genuine relationships and reduces frequent caregiver changes that disrupt care quality.
